MechMaxx VM25L 7x27.5 Mill Drill
#7 in Bench millsFull review
For a hobbyist who wants G0704 sized capacity with a stronger brushless motor for less money.
Amazon $2,199 eBay$2,199
The MechMaxx VM25L 7x27.5 Mill Drill is the better milling machine overall, rated 3.5 to 3.4. The MechMaxx VM25L 7x27.5 Mill Drill leads on features. The Yokoma AL028277 1100W Mill Drill wins on price. The Yokoma AL028277 1100W Mill Drill costs $474 less ($1,725 vs $2,199).
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Yokoma AL028277 1100W Mill Drill
#8 in Bench millsFull review
For a hobbyist on a tight budget who mostly drills and light-mills and is fine with an MT3 spindle.
Amazon $1,725 eBay$1,725
Which should you buy?
- Choose the MechMaxx VM25L 7x27.5 Mill Drill for features (R8 spindle, brushless motor, variable speed, tilting head vs brushless motor, variable speed, tilting head).
- Choose the Yokoma AL028277 1100W Mill Drill for price ($1,725 vs $2,199).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every bench mills milling machine; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | MechMaxx VM25L 7x27.5 Mill Drill | Yokoma AL028277 1100W Mill Drill |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.5/5 | 3.4/5 |
| Price 25% | 61 $2,199 | 82 $1,725 |
| Table size 20% | 55 7 x 27.5 in table (192.5 sq in) | 56 7.1 x 27.5 in table (195.2 sq in) |
| Motor 15% | 80 1,119 W motor | 79 1,100 W motor |
| Features 30% | 65 R8 spindle, brushless motor, variable speed, tilting head | 40 brushless motor, variable speed, tilting head |
| Warranty 10% | 0 warranty not published, scored as none | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| MechMaxx VM25L 7x27.5 Mill Drill | Yokoma AL028277 1100W Mill Drill | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| Table | 7 x 27.5 in | 7.1 x 27.5 in |
| Longitudinal (X) travel | 19.5 in | 18.9 in |
| Cross (Y) travel | 5.5 in | 6.9 in |
| Head (Z) travel | - | 11 in |
| Quill travel | - | 2 in |
| Spindle and motor | ||
| Motor | 1,119 W (1.5 hp) | 1,100 W (1.5 hp) |
| Motor type | 1.5 hp DC brushless | Brushless |
| Brushless motor | Yes | Yes |
| Spindle speeds | 0 to 2,500 rpm | 20 to 2,250 rpm |
| Variable speed | Yes | Yes |
| Spindle taper | R8 | MT3 |
| Head tilt | 90° each way | 90° each way |
| Features | ||
| Weight | 260 lb | 296 lb |